Mexico · Hiking

Los Cabos: Hiking at the Fox Canyon

6 Hours Round trip from Cabo San Lucas Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike to the natural oasis and waterfall at Fox Canyon
02 Swim in freshwater pools surrounded by desert scenery
03 Travel through Miraflores, Santiago, and the Baja backroads
04 Learn about local plants and the desert environment from a bilingual guide
05 Visit the Tropic of Cancer on the journey
06 Enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch at a local restaurant
07 Round-trip transportation included from selected areas

Escape the coast and discover one of Los Cabos’ hidden natural gems on this 6-hour hiking adventure to Fox Canyon. Travel through the Baja desert and oasis towns including Miraflores and Santiago before reaching Sol de Mayo, where a guided hike leads you through rocky terrain, freshwater pools, and a waterfall tucked into the canyon.

Along the way, learn about the unique desert environment from your bilingual guide, then cool off with a refreshing swim in the clear water. After the hike, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Miraflores before relaxing on the scenic return journey.

Escape the coast and discover one of Los Cabos’ hidden natural gems on this 6-hour hiking adventure to Fox Canyon.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities San Jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Caduaño , Carretera transpeninsular Los Cabos - La Paz

We take the caduaño off road where you will have a sense of Baja Desert

Miraflores, carretera traspeninsular Los Cabos - La Paz

Just 32 km from the airport of Los Cabos is located the town of Miraflores, at the foot of the Sierra de la Laguna converted today into a Biosphere Reserve.

Santiago, Baja California Sur México

Discover the hidden treasures and the oasis of Santiago.

Rancho Ecologico Sol de Mayo

Stop at Fox Canyon a natural oasis to see the waterfalls and refresh your self in the clear waters of the waterfall.

Tropico de Cancer

The tropic of Cancer is one of the two imaginary lines drawn around the earth's sphere and parallel to the equator. There are two tropics, Cancer and Capricorn, the origin of "Tropicos" comes from the Greek "Trepomai", which means return! In summer or winter solstice the sun appears to return, this happens at noon at least once a year.

Los Agaves, Miraflores Baja California Sur

Enjoy a great lunch in los Agaves Restaurant, traditional Mexican food at Miraflores town.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cabo San Lucas 2 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Certified bilingual hiking guide
Entrance fee to Fox Canyon / Sol de Mayo natural area
Guided hike and swimming experience at Fox Canyon / Sol de Mayo waterfall
Lunch at a local Baja-style restaurant including tacos, tortilla chips, homemade salsas, and vegetarian option available
Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Alcoholic beverages
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Towels

Know before you go

ACCESSIBILITY

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Service animals are not allowed
Infant seats are not available

GOOD TO KNOW

Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
Cut-off times are based on local experience time
Hiking includes rocky terrain with approximately 3 km of moderate walking and requires basic to moderate physical condition
Waterfall swimming conditions may vary depending on season and rainfall
Transportation from San José del Cabo area is approximately 1.5 hours
Comfortable closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended
This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity

HEALTH RESTRICTIONS

Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time

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